Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700
The Bell 525 Relentless is a fly-by-wire, long-range helicopter rather than a fixed-wing business jet. It typically carries around 16 passengers in an executive layout and is aimed at missions where vertical lift, point-to-point access, and offshore capability matter more than jet-style range; its range is roughly in the 500–600 nautical mile class depending on load and reserves. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for short-to-medium trips and frequent airport access. It commonly seats about 8–9 passengers and offers transcontinental U.S.-type capability, with range around 2,000–2,100 nautical miles. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet, typically configured for about 14–19 passengers, and is built for intercontinental routes; its range is about 7,700 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is also an ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet, generally seating about 13–19 passengers, with range around 7,500 nautical miles, emphasizing spacious cabin volume and long nonstop city pairs.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 10 | 16 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | Global 7500 | XLS+ | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7700 | 1906 | 7500 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 9 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | 7540 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 8 | 12 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 516 | 430 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | — |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | — |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 10 | 16 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 9 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 8 | 12 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 25230 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | Passport | PW545C | Pearl 700 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 5000 | On Condition |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 4119 | 18250 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 111 | 52.5 | 109.9 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 8 | 5.5 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 6.2 | 5.7 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 54.5 | 18.5 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 27 | 17.2 | 25.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | 80 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 56.3 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.9 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 10 | 195 |